linus shares went up a bit. sensex higher by .6%. >> thanks very much. all of that green despite the fact that goldman is trimming its china gdp forecast, 2012, to 8% which apparently is the new level to be concerned about. in any case, after the break, in europe all eyes are on the ecb. in the u.s. the focus is on the all important jobs report out tomorrow. we'll have full discussion of that next. bob... oh, hey alex. just picking up some, brochures, posters copies of my acceptance speech. great! it's always good to have a backup plan, in case i get hit by a meteor. wow, your hair looks great. didn't realize they did photoshop here. hey, good call on those mugs. can't let 'em see what you're drinking. you know, i'm glad we're both running a nice, clean race. no need to get nasty. here's your "honk if you had an affair with taylor" yard sign. looks good. [ male announcer ] fedex office. now save 50% on banners. a passionate belief, and the foundation on which merrill lynch has been built. today, our financial advisors lead from a new position of strength